METRO DEVELOPMENT GROUP PRESENTS

A FORWARD-THINKINGCOMMUNITY

A Genuine Wow-Factor

It is not always easy to identify the next big thing. We live in a world where there is constant advancement and a promise of the future. But amongst all the chatter an idea does take shape and that’s when you know. You know you are witnessing the next chapter of true innovation.

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Fastest Speeds = Coolest City

With the successful launch of ULTRAFi, Metro Development Group has created the first and only residential environment with up to an incredible 1 Gigabit of speed throughout our neighborhoods and available inside every home. This exclusive technology sets the framework for the Connected City and will boast an environment of Smart Homes, Smart Businesses and the most advanced schools, hospitals, libraries and commerce imaginable. We are proud to announce this area has been designated the prestigious honor of the 1st Smart Gigabit Community built from the ground up in the country by US Ignite.

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The World's Top Amenity is Here

At the epicenter of the Connected City are two new expansive communities, Epperson and Mirada. At the heart of these communities, each will have a Metro Lagoon by Crystal Lagoons ranging in size from 7 to over 10 acres. The introduction of these lagoons will forever change the way you view coastal living in the beautiful sunny state of Florida.

We have brought the best of the coastline inland to Pasco County where each will be surrounded by shores of resort-style fun, beauty and tropical relaxation. We are thrilled to announce that work has begun with a planned opening date of the first lagoon in early 2018.

21st Century Health + Wellness

Developing the first and only Smart Gigabit Community in the United States means the Connected City is uniquely positioned to offer the most advanced healthcare system ever imagined. The Connected City will be a national showcase for modern health and wellness as we capitalize on the latest technology and bring healthcare into the 21st century. Imagine the advantage of bringing the digital world and physical world together, all to the benefit of those living in and near the Connected City. In a place that believes "Health is the New Wealth," it is time to invest, reinvent and improve the notion of health and wellness.

We look forward to unveiling the name of this distinctive area and will share exciting updates, examples and details of this forward-thinking development.

We are excited to announce our health partnership with West Florida Health!

Education

Not only higher education, but better education. Connected City will be the enviable model for 21st century learning from inside the classroom and virtually around the world.

Transportation

City planning and roadways specifically for autonomous self-driving vehicles. No longer science fiction, the Connected City means a truly modern, innovative, fun way to get from Point A to Point B.

WiFi Parks

The fastest internet and WiFi speeds in the nation means that our commitment to green space and passive parks does not mean a departure from your digital connections.

Have Questions?

What is the Connected City?

Located in Pasco County and in partnership with Metro Development Group, the Connected City is a new city under development that will be connected by technology, imagination and endless possibilities. Built from the ground up on a framework of the fastest internet and WiFi speeds available, the Connected City is positioned to be the absolute best place imaginable for a true 21st century live-play-work model.

In an area that was pre-designated for economic growth and development, the Connected City is focused on the next-generation experience of its residents. This is not simply rooftops, streets and commerce, this is Smart Homes, autonomous vehicle paths and a business core designed to attract and support the best and brightest.

Where is the Connected City?

The Connected City is located in the northern part of Tampa Bay, in the Wesley Chapel/San Antonio area of Pasco County; specifically it is east of I-75 at Curley Road, north of SR-54 and south of SR-52.

The Connected City stems from the success of ULTRAFi. What is ULTRAFi?

Exclusive to Metro Development Group and Metro Places communities, ULTRAFi is the fastest available internet and WiFi with up to 1 Gigabit of speed (1000 X 1000 Mbps) which means the ability to move more data, support more devices, download/upload more quickly and best support a high-tech modern lifestyle in the home, throughout the community and in the workplace. Unmatched anywhere else, this sets the stage for advancements in healthcare, education, transportation and more! ULTRAFi means the Connected City can support the technology needs of today and is designed to ignite the technology advancements that are on the horizon in the future. Learn more about ULTRAFi here.

What information can you share about the communities and the lagoons?

There will be two Metro Places master-planned communities inside of the Connected City, EPPERSON (2000 planned homes) and MIRADA (5000 planned homes). Each community will feature a Metro Lagoon by Crystal Lagoons. Epperson has already begun to sell homes and features a 7.5 - acre lagoon with planned lagoon completion in early 2018. Mirada will follow Epperson with a lagoon nearly 15 acres in size. These communities will showcase multiple builders with starting prices from the high $200s to over $500s. Most homes will be single family but we are in the planning stages of possibly designating future areas to Active Adult and multi-family units. Learn more at Metro Places, Lagoon Soon and Epperson.

How does this Connected City differ from other cities that may feature a gigabit of speed?

Where other providers have retrofit Gigabit technology into existing cities, this is the first true Smart Gigabit City in the nation that is built from the ground up. So along with the installation of new electricity and plumbing, we have also implemented advanced fiber throughout the community and available to every home and business making it truly unique and infinitely better.

What is the layout and timeframe of the Connected City?

Construction is underway at the first community of the Connected City, the community of Epperson. The partnership of the Connected City’s Health + Wellness district with Florida Hospital and Tampa General has been announced and that campus will begin work soon with a complete roll-out plan over the next 10 years as we keep pace with the latest medical trends and technology. The focus continues to the business core where there is immediate plans to attract new companies, new jobs and ignite the economy of this area. Additionally there will be construction of autonomous vehicle paths, education centers, WiFi parks and so much more! Plans are immediate and through the next 50 years which is an exciting development since we will pace our growth to that of technological advancements. Please stay informed for upcoming news and ongoing details.

What consideration has been given to the increase in traffic from the Connected City?

Traffic flow has been a primary focus since the inception of the Connected City. We are pleased to announce that a new exit will be constructed on I-75 between SR-54 and SR-52 that will take vehicles directly into the Connected City via the Overpass Road extension. In addition, Curley Road will convert from two lanes to four lanes and other roads surrounding the Connected City will be configured to best support the area’s transportation growth. Traffic inside of the Connected City will be offset by smart design, autonomous vehicle paths, planned electric shuttles and the availability of fitness trails which encourage walking, jogging and biking to your destination.

What are some of the cool features of the Connected City?

The look, the feel, the function are different in a Connected City. This area sets the new standard for 21st century living with a multitude of user-friendly tech advances like telehealth, autonomous vehicle paths, wind and solar powered street lights and expansive WiFi Parks. From the gym to the classroom and all points in between, with an entire area infused with high speed internet, the possibilities are endless.

Who benefits from the attributes of the Connected City?

Homeowners will enjoy Smart Homes. Employers will enjoy Smart Businesses. Health Care Professionals will occupy a groundbreaking Health + Wellness campus. Our youngest residents and college-aged students will benefit from advanced education in a modern in-class and virtual classroom setting. Seniors will have the option for a premier dedicated Active Adult neighborhood. All of this powered by ULTRAFi and centered around a lagoon amenity equates to an elevated lifestyle and a connected way to live that is just not possible anywhere else.

I am interested in purchasing a home in the Connected City, what is the next step?

We invite you to contact Lagoon Realty to learn more about purchasing a home in the Connected City.

A Tampa-based company founded in 2003, Metro Development Group is committed to bringing some of the most innovative technologies and amenities to home builders and home buyers. With the introduction of Metro Places, Connected City, ULTRAFi and Metro Lagoons by Crystal Lagoons in select communities, Metro Development Group continues to be the gold standard in the development of master planned communities.
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